pendent

pen·dent

adj \ˈpen-dənt\

Definition of PENDENT

1

: jutting or leaning over : overhanging <a pendent cliff>

2

: supported from above : suspended <icicles pendent from the eaves>

3

: remaining undetermined : pending

Variants of PENDENT

pen·dent or pen·dant \ˈpen-dənt\

Examples of PENDENT

1. <the dining area is lit by tasteful pendent lamps over the tables>

Origin of PENDENT

Middle English pendaunt

First Known Use: 14th century

Related to PENDENT

Synonyms: dangling, hanging, dependent (or pendant), pendulous, suspended

Related Words: drooping, flagging, lolling, sagging, wilting

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Rhymes with PENDENT

pendant, splendent